Student Life

Wilkes University junior Brianna Schunk entered college with a passion for performance and the drive to succeed. The York, Pa., native has done just that, working toward dual majors as an individualized studies dance major and English major. “I got here and Wilkes was a place for me to foster …

Second-year pharmacy student Lexie Panek of Sayre, Pa. lives with her 10-month old puppy, Minnie, on campus and aspires to use her Wilkes degree and Minnie to help others. Panek wants to train Minnie as a therapy dog and hopes that the dynamic duo can continue to spread joy and …

Wilkes University’s campus will be the hub for future Colonels during Accepted Students Day this Saturday, March 23. Accepted students are invited to tour campus, eat lunch and attend sample classes taught by Wilkes professors. As the admissions staff and campus community prepare for the event, here are 10 things …

In its new series, “First Year Q&A” News@Wilkes will highlight the journeys of first-year students. Meet Jessica Zajac Major: Environmental Science Hometown: Factoryville, Pa.                       On-campus Activities: Marching band, pep band, Civic Band, and Biology Club Favorite Class: Biology with Dr. Kenneth Klemow What instrument do you play?  Alto Saxophone              Why …

Wilkes University Theatre presents the sentimental comedy, The Dining Room. The performances will take place on April 4, 5 and 6 at 8 p.m. with matinee performances on April 6 and 7 at 2 p.m. The production is at Wilkes’ Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts, 239 S. …

In its new series, “First Year Q&A” News@Wilkes will highlight the journeys of first-year students. Meet James Hughes Major: Neuroscience, Pre-Med Member of the Honors Program, Guthrie Scholar and Penn State Hershey Medical School Guaranteed Seat program The Guthrie Scholars program is designed to give qualified seniors at Wilkes University …

In spring 2020, Simon Chu will graduate from Wilkes University at the same age most students begin their freshmen year. But being ahead of the class is nothing new for the 18-year old who skipped two grades in elementary school and began his college career at Wilkes at 15. “It …

Students in Wilkes University’s Adventure Education program are spending spring break 2019 hiking and touring in Ireland. Under the direction of Jill Price, adventure education coordinator, students planned the trip. Each student suggested one thing they would like to do in Ireland and the trip was planned to accommodate as …

Black lab Shadow and golden retrievers Gus and Daisy stop in every day at the end of their walk to see their “mom” Michelle Donahue, communications officer in the Wilkes Public Safety Department. The trio can usually be seen walking on the Gateway and quad with Michelle’s husband, their “dad” …

Eight Wilkes University students are participating in a LEAP-AB trip to the Carolina Tiger Rescue in North Carolina. LEAP-AB stands for Leadership, Education, Advocacy, and Partnerships-Alternative Break, coined by student leaders in 2016. Students are donating their time at the tiger rescue, doing work which addresses animal welfare issues. Activities …